By Kimberly Thomas Rapp and Claudia Peña The U.S. Supreme Court this term is hearing a number of cases that may have important implications for maintaining and advancing civil rights in the years ahead. EJS has partnered with colleagues around the country to file amicus curiae or friend of the court briefs in several matters.ContinueContinue reading “EJS Files Amicus Briefs in Several Supreme Court Cases”
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Supreme Court Spotlight: Litigation Strategies in the Roberts Court Era
By Kimberly Thomas Rapp Since its founding, EJS has been working with allies to counter the conservative right-wing imbalance in the courts that has limited the reach of antidiscrimination law and undermined civil rights policy. As a part of this effort, we continue to collaborate with Supreme Court litigators, general counsels and attorneys of legalContinueContinue reading “Supreme Court Spotlight: Litigation Strategies in the Roberts Court Era”
Attorney General Holder’s Remarks on Black History Month
Attorney General Eric Holder’s remarks yesterday on Black History Month provoked divided reactions. Below is the full text of his remarks as prepared for delivery. Eric Ethridge of The New York Times provides a roundup. ERIC HOLDER: Every year, in February, we attempt to recognize and to appreciate black history. It is a worthwhileContinueContinue reading “Attorney General Holder’s Remarks on Black History Month”